Ryan Yates
Rapid City
Summary
Professional auto body expert with comprehensive experience in vehicle repair and restoration. Skilled in collision repair, welding, auto glass and frame straightening, ensuring high-quality results. Known for reliability and ability to handle changing needs while maintaining high standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Body Technician
Ray's Auto Body Shop
2025.05 - Current
- Performed structural repairs on damaged vehicles using industry-standard techniques and tools.
- Inspected vehicles for damage, ensuring thorough assessments prior to repair work.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
Master Auto Glass Technician
Safelite Auto Glass
2022.05 - 2025.05
- Performed high-quality auto glass installations and repairs in compliance with safety standards.
- Diagnosed vehicle glass issues and recommended appropriate solutions to customers.
- Utilized advanced tools and techniques for effective windshield replacements and chip repairs.
- Trained new technicians on installation protocols and safety practices to ensure consistency.
- Monitored inventory levels of glass materials and supplies, coordinating timely replenishments.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship by adhering to industry standards and best practices in all tasks performed.
- Replaced windshields and windows in vans, trucks and cars.
- Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in auto glass technology to maintain expertise in the field.
- Cut safety glass according to specified patterns and performed precision pattern-making and glass-cutting to custom-fit replacement windows.
Education
Associate Degree in Auto Body And Upholstry - Auto Body And Upholstry
WyoTech
Laramie, WY1996-12
Skills
- Auto body repair
- Auto glass installation
- Vehicle Industry Knowledge
- Welding experience
Timeline
Auto Body Technician
Ray's Auto Body Shop
2025.05 - Current
Master Auto Glass Technician
Safelite Auto Glass
2022.05 - 2025.05
Associate Degree in Auto Body And Upholstry - Auto Body And Upholstry
WyoTech